Re: [T3] FI for Carbs

[BOB2TYPE3S@aol.com]

Rich wrote:
>Here are a few reasons keeping in mind I am new to this FI VW stuff:
>Fire hazard,

Like already mentioned, if over 2 years old, it should be replaced anyway. 
Also, you don't need to buy the real expensive stuff, as the fuel system is of a 
low pressure. Most regular hose is rated to 250 psi, more than enough.

>More HP?

As a carb guy, I doubt it. The stock FI is the best performing set up (did I 
really say that?), as you just hit the key and go, no waiting for warm up. 
Most Weber carbs are jetted to run rich, and that reduces engine life, right 
Keith? Yes there is a new learning curve for carbs or FI, but with the FI, all you 
really need is a VOM meter (should have one any way), not a carb synch tool 
(mandatory for carbs).

 Looks better,

Maybe, but it doesn't run any better. Going with the Webers, you loose the 
fresh air intake (carbs are always surrounded by engine heat) that is built into 
the car. Solex 32's are a better choice, as they came stock on 67 and earlier 
cars and are designed to take advantage of the fresh air. Better choice over 
the Webbers (I have both on cars here).

>FI hose is expensive!

See my comment above. Todays rubber hoses should be replaced onm a fairly 
consistant basis due to todays fuels eating them from the inside.

>After buying the hose ($30.00 w/clamps) we find out I Need to replace 
>the injectors @ 45 bucks a pop to replace a 2" piece of hose!

This sometimes happens on 34 year old cars that were stored incorrectly. Jim 
A. or Russ can tell you how to revive them for next to nothing. Both are FI 
guru's and have been around the system for a very long time (sorry guys if that 
made you sound really old : ) ).

 
>For another $200.00 we bought a new dual carb kit. Shall I go on? :-) 

It might seem like a bargin right now, but later on downn the road when the 
carb starts popping, and the engine starts running off song, there won't be 
much help here due to most here staying with stock systems (FI or Solex's). Very 
few of us here have 34 ICTs, and we have to search other places for info. Try 
www.shop talk forums.com for help with them.

>Anyone else have reasons why we should or should not do the swap? Just 
curious,

I'd leave the FI, as you'll find more help here getting it to work. Once its 
working and everything checks out to be within spec, its very reliable. I hope 
you got the installation instructions for the carbs for that price, as they 
are very tricky to get set correctly (Solex's are easier), I know, as I've got 
the instructions, and it was still tricky for me. Also keep the stock FI 
distributor, much better than the 009. 
Most of my cars were already swapped, so I didn't get a choice on keeping it 
or not. The last car I got didn't even have an engine, so I had to go to carbs 
(Solex 32s). If I had the option, I wouldof left the FI, especially since 
this list can walk you thru the entire system, part by part if needed. Carbs, we 
can't hardly agree on much, right Steven, Keith, Daniel, and the rest of us? 
Just some observations from being on this list for over 4 years. By the way, 
Welcome to the list, and keep the questions flowing.


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